Mother of the Groom wear

It’s not up to the bride to make sure every element of the bridal party looks perfect—her future mother-in-law also has to find the perfect mother of the groom wear for her family’s special day. It’s just as important for the groom’s mother to look elegant and regal when her son walks down the aisle to marry his dream girl. 

Yet it’s not as simple as just browsing some mother of the groom dresses until you find the perfect one. Before you begin looking for your ensemble or dress, you must consider what the bride’s mother will be wearing, but also what the bride wants and her personal style. The bride's choice of cut and length are meant to subtly dictate what both mothers will wear on her wedding day, as well as the color scheme she picks for the entire wedding. 

It’s very important to be aware of etiquette when it comes to mother of the groom wear. For starters, it’s traditional for the bride’s mother to buy her dress first. Hers is another choice that will guide what the mother of the groom will wear. While this may not be very realistic in this day and age, it would be most polite to find out what the mother of the bride will be wearing and take it into consideration. Don’t try to be too similar in what you choose, but also stay in line with what the bride is envisioning. While some people are over the traditional mindset when it comes to modern day weddings, all a phone call or conversation with the bride and her mother can do is help.

When it comes to color choices for mother of the groom couture, it’s traditional to avoid the white and ivory color spectrum, which makes sense since the bride will usually wear white. If you are dying to wear your favorite black dress from that collection of chic South Bay designer clothing you’ve had your eye on, make sure to ask her if that works for her. Black is always classic and formal, and you’re set if it’s a black-and-white wedding, but if she was dreaming that you’d fit right into her color scheme, take that into consideration. 

You may also want to check with the bride to find out what her ideas are about length and style. The most polite thing to do is to ask for some guidelines and try to adhere as best as possible.  If she is very formal, stick to her wishes—if she’s not and you prefer to wear an ensemble rather than a special occasion dress, ask her if that works for her.

As with any special event, it’s best to start shopping for this important dress or ensemble now. At JONATHAN, we have a gorgeous selection of South Bay designer clothing and mother of the groom wear in a wide variety of colors and styles that will make you look radiant and stunning on your son’s wedding day.

Finding gorgeous mother of the bride wear

June weddings are right around the corner, which means it’s time to find your perfect mother of the bride wear! Known as the purveyor of South Bay designer clothing and much more, JONATHAN has exactly what you need to look as radiant as the bride on this special, landmark day in your family’s life.

Whether you’re searching for a striking ensemble or a stunning designer dress, our fashion clothing store offers a wide selection that will ensure you look elegant and beautiful, from head to toe. To make this decision less daunting, we’ve got an amazing selection of gorgeous mother of the bride dresses in a variety of styles, colors and lengths. Rest assured that in one trip to JONATHAN, you’ll find exactly what you need for this very special occasion.

We understand that it’s a huge day for both the bride and mom, so the staff at our fashion clothing store will work hard to help you find the most flattering colors and silhouettes for your individual look. Next to your own wedding, this day will be one of the most photographed moments in your lifetime—we know how important it is to look your very best and will strive to help you find mother of the bride wear that will make you look amazing. We want to help you feel confident in your own look and so you can focus on the bride and enjoying yourself.

If you haven’t started shopping yet, come into JONATHAN as soon as possible. Many mothers of the bride don’t realize that their choice plays an important role in the choice of mother of the groom dresses that your daughter’s soon to be mother-in-law has to make—you’ll need to make your choice quickly so that she knows what her options are. Plus, you’ll want to alleviate one more thing off the bride’s list of worries. Knowing her mother has found the most elegant and gorgeous of all mother of the bride dresses will put her mind at ease!

Spring Sidewalk Sale Success!

We just wanted to thank everyone that came out to our Redondo Beach clothing store for the enormous Sidewalk Sale last weekend. It was a big hit and we made room for a TON of new designers on our racks heading into the summer! If you missed out on all the fun, don't fret, we'll be doing it again in the future for sure. :)

-Jonathan Fashion

Spring translations in South Bay designer clothing

Lafayette 148

This season has been a real game changer for South Bay designer clothing, with tons of bright and pastel colors and paradigm-shifting silhouettes. Fashion feels fresh and new this spring, and wearing the latest trends will give you a boost of powerful, positive energy. There’s ample opportunity to revitalize your wardrobe and rejuvenate your look.

Last summer’s color blocking is still in full effect, but with new sherbet hues and monochromatic looks. Yet monochromatic means something else this season—instead of head to toe in one boring singular color, a new twist is achieved through the use of variations in the shades of one color. The colors we’ve seen at our fashion clothing store are soothing and possibly conservative—but that gives you lots of room to play and infuse your personal style.

It’s the perfect time to play with colorful ensembles if you’re looking for mother of the bride wear or special event dresses—color makes you feel youthful and energetic. It’s your chance to pack operatic drama or subtle tones that exude refinement. Swap out your favorite little black dress for the night with a summer dress in a sorbet hue. Try some new color combos for that upcoming vacation, or to make a day at the office feel like a vacation. 

The silhouettes this season are very ladylike and flattering—from mother of the bride wear to casual day dresses, the body skimming drape each designer provides give the woman who wears it an instant boost of confidence. Even suits, like the gorgeous translations by Lafayette 148, are working the feminine cut—pencil skirts paired with silk blouses are the perfect mix for going from the business day to dinner.

We’re also seeing a lot of fun attention to detail among our South Bay designer clothing options, from ruffles and pleats to bell sleeves and embellished cardigans. Now is the time to come into our fashion clothing store and play—you’ll emerge with some chic new additions to your wardrobe that will take you through spring and summer.

Spring style tenets—color!

Spring is about rejuvenation and rebirth, making it the perfect time to revitalize your style—and you can do this in just one visit to your favorite fashion clothing store, JONATHAN. Our spring collections are here and make it easy to translate the trends in your personal style and infuse some freshness into your look. 

One of the hottest trends you’ll see this season, from the runways to bridal shops in Redondo Beach, is lots of color—pastels, color blocking and bright pops of color in everything from dresses to shoes and handbags. While black can be slimming, versatile and is always in style with South Bay fashion, it can also be a little bit blah or even get boring. Brighten your look with a vibrant new dress or color block ensemble, as well as some colorful pieces to offset your neutrals. In a flash, you’ll look and feel like spring personified.

Wearing color is a very powerful move—it makes you feel confident and vibrant. It’s definitely eye-catching and puts you in a great mood. We recently received lots of fun and fashionable garments in yummy colors at our fashion clothing store—you’ll definitely see many of the South Bay fashion mavens wearing these pieces and bringing a whole new world of color to our beautiful beach town. If you want to ease into your color move and wearing a bright dress is too much for you, infuse color into your outfit with accessories like a scarf, handbag or shoes.

Since we’re known as one of the best bridal shops in Redondo Beach, we’ll also make it easy for you to be brave with color for dresses or ensembles for your special event. We’ll help you find the perfect silhouette and most flattering shades for you personally, while giving you tips for maximizing your foray into color.

Here are some rules to get you started with working with color: 1) Don’t go too monochromatic. Instead or wearing all one color, try varying the shades of that color for that outfit. 2) When color blocking, keep it simple—stick to two colors, three at most. 3) Avoid being too matchy-matchy with your accessories and outfit. Work in some neutrals or balance one color with a complimentary color. 4) Most importantly, use color to make a statement. Choose the brightest and boldest shade of your favorite color and wear it proudly!

Lafayette 148 Trunk Show extended

The Lafayette 148 Spring/Summer Trunk Show has been such a success at our fashion clothing store that it’s been extended through Tuesday, April 10! That means you’ll have one week left to take advantage of these gorgeous samples. As always, the Spring/Summer 2012 collection exudes Lafayette 148’s signature, ladylike chic brand of style. Whether you’re adding to a high-powered business wardrobe or looking for a day ensemble, you can never go wrong with Lafayette 148’s chic designs that add a fresh spin to classic silhouettes.|This is perfect chance for those who were unable to attend the show at our fashion clothing store a few weeks ago to browse this to-die-for collection, and for those who did attend to review their favorites.

There’s a reason Lafayette 148 is one of Oprah’s favorite designers— outstanding attention to detail and craftsmanship, coupled with sophisticated, yet classic style help today’s modern woman look and feel amazing. The brand’s designer, Edward Wilkerson, is an avid world traveler who adds a global aesthetic to every collection.  Come into our fashion clothing store as soon as you can to see all the translations of spring 2012 trends—color crush, nautical detailing, unstructured and relaxed jackets, leggy looks in both slim and wide fit trousers and new takes on classic patterns like dots, geometrics and ginghams. Sizes available in missy, petites, and women's.

Working with Spring Colors

As you’ve probably seen in your last visit to your favorite fashion clothing store, this spring is all about color! Color blocking remains a popular trend, as well as delicate pastel hues which are absolutely everywhere this season, from mother of the bride dresses and special event ensembles to more casual day dresses and South Bay fashion. Soft shades of pale pink, baby blue and mint green reminiscent of sherbet and taffy will bring a softer, more feminine sensibility to your wardrobe. Plus, bright colors and fluorescents will continue to heat up both spring and summer.

Many customers of our fashion clothing store profess that it’s been years since they’ve worn pastels and they’re not sure what to pair these new hues with. While your first instinct may be to avoid this unfamiliar territory, we recommend the opposite. Since pastels were literally all over the runways, it’s going to be a hard trend to get away from—even the bridal shops in Redondo Beach are filled with these pale shades. To help make it an easier transition, we suggest a few tips for embracing pastels.

Pair two monochromatic pastels for a refreshing, color blocking effect. This is a daring strategy, so keep it simple and stick to just two pastels when attempting this look. It could even be done with mother of the bride dresses through the simple use of accessories—a pastel scarf or handbag can offer the same effect if you want to start simply.

Another great method is to pair pastels with soft neutrals like khaki, grey, white or camel. Denim is also very flattering when worn with pastels.

Whether you’re seeking casual daywear like what’s so popular in South Bay designer clothing fashion, or dressing to the nines, a gorgeous way to toughen up your favorite pastel pieces it to accessorize with black. This is the perfect technique for those who like to steer clear of looking very girly.

If you’ve found the perfect ensemble at one of the bridal shops in Redondo Beach but want to give it some extra pizzazz, pair your pastel pieces with metallics like silver or gold. Both look absolutely stunning next to soft pastels.